Manchester United and Man City prepare formal offers for left-back and more transfer rumours

Unikrn have done, using a complex system that is based on factoring a range of the most informative betting markets in terms of influencing the final outcome of the season including title winner, 'without top six' and relegation odds.That has allowed the entire standings for the final Premier League table in the 2020/21 season to be predicted, including the title winners, European qualification spots and relegation.At the top of the pile, Manchester City are tipped to snatch the Premier League

Premier League clubs have agreed to key changes to VAR for the 2020/21 season which will see the league operate in line with FIFA's protocol.In July 2020, the International Football Association Board (IFAB) transferred the responsibility of VAR to FIFA after inconsistencies in the Premier League's application of the technology against Europe.A Premier League statement confirmed their clubs had to agreed to important changes in VAR protocol for next season: "At the Premier League’s Annual General

straight to your inboxManchester United have renewed their interest in Juventus full back Alex Sandro, according to reports in Italy.The 29-year-old left-back is regularly linked with United, so it is more likely that the links have resurfaced rather than any actual interest from Old Trafford being reignited.But Corriere dello Sport insist United are looking at Sandro this summer as competition for Luke Shaw and Brandon Williams, with the Brazilian offering Champions League experience that is

Premier League set to reveal the schedule for all 380 matches on Thursday morning.This will include all the fixtures on the opening day of the season, all the big derbies, the Boxing Day fixtures, the matches for the final day, and all the others in between.The new Premier League season will kick-off on September 12, but it is being reported that Manchester City and Manchester United will not play on the opening weekend, however, this is yet to be confirmed by the Premier League.Glenn Thompson,

straight to your inboxManchester United are keen on a summer move for Douglas Costa, according to reports.The Juventus winger is apparently unwanted by new boss Andrea Pirlo in Turin, leading to the inevitable resurfacing links to United.However, journalist Gianluca Di Marzio goes as far as saying United have spoken to Costa's agents, after Sky Sports reported the supposed interest as a viable alternative to Jadon Sancho this summer.Di Marzio says Costa's agents approached United to gauge any

straight to your inboxManchester United target Jadon Sancho is willing to ask for a summer move from Borussia Dortmund, but only on one condition according to the latest reports.United and Dortmund are still to agree a fee for Sancho, with Dortmund's self-imposed deadline to complete the deal passing last week.

Manchester City will both begin their 2020/21 season at a later date to offer more recovery time after their European exploits. Both clubs were knocked out of the Europa League and Champions League, respectively, last week.

straight to your inboxManchester United have identified Juventus star Douglas Costa as an alternative to signing Jadon Sancho this summer - according to reports.Sancho remains a priority target for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer despite Borussia Dortmund's insistence their star forward will not be sold at any price.If the 20-year-old does prove to be unattainable, Sky Sports claim United could make a move for Costa who has been closely followed by their recruitment team in recent weeks.The 29-year-old has

eagle-eyed fan on social media spotted what appears to indicate the full round of opening day fixtures. It’s suggested that the opening round of fixtures will include an eye-catching meeting between Manchester United against Arsenal at Old Trafford.

United and City.With a whopping £635m release clause inserted into his contract, landing Messi will be almost impossible unless Barcelona are willing to do business but Souness believes there has never been a better time to test the water.

straight to your inboxManchester United are set to sell five players this summer in order to fund their summer rebuild under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer - according to reports.United are yet to make a major signing in the window but remain in pursuit of Borussia Dortmund superstar Jadon Sancho despite the German club's claiming the England international will not be sold.Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish is also a target but the Midlands club securing Premier League survival on the final day of the

straight to your inboxManchester United have joined Chelsea in the race for Leicester City defender Ben Chilwell, according to reports.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is aiming to strengthen the attacking options in his squad this summer with a winger and playmaker high on his wishlist, but the Norwegian has refused to rule out a move for a new defender.United struggled at left-back after Luke Shaw was ruled out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury, although Brandon Williams has performed

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has previously suggested that replays are dropped from the competition, arguing that fewer matches across a season would improve the quality of English football.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been more open to replays but the Manchester United boss has said in the past that he can understand rival manager's frustrations over the competition.The FA have now opted to scrap replays for next season, with a number of leagues already set to face an increase in midweek

straight to your inboxLille defender Gabriel Magalhaes is reportedly set to decide his next club this week, with Manchester United and Arsenal supposedly in the running.United are looking to add quality and depth to their squad this summer and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer would ideally like to add a winger in Jadon Sancho, a playmaker in Jack Grealish and a centre-midfielder to his ranks.However, the Norwegian also refused to rule out the possibility of strengthening his defence last week amid continued

Manchester United and neighbours Manchester City being just two of them.While United are prioritising moves for a winger and playmaker this summer, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer would also like to add another centre-midfielder and may be searching for alternatives after missing out on top target Jude Bellingham to Borussia Dortmund.City are also more keen to strengthen elsewhere in the squad, especially in defence, but may be on the lookout for reinforcements in the middle of the park with captain David

straight to your inboxManchester United have finalised a five-man transfer shortlist for the summer window, according to reports.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men sealed a top three finish in the Premier League by defeating Leicester on the final day of the season and remain in the hunt for Europa League success.United travelled to Germany on Sunday as they prepare to face FC Copenhagen on Monday, the start of the mini-tournament which will conclude this season's competition.

straight to your inboxManchester United are unsurprisingly planning to make Jadon Sancho their new No.7 should they sign the Borussia Dortmund winger, according to reports.Sancho is United's top transfer target this summer as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to add his quality, pace and cutting edge to his already exciting attacking ranks.MEN Sport understands United are long-term admirers of the 20-year-old and twice failed in attempts to sign him in the past, firstly when he left Manchester City for

straight to your inboxBorussia Dortmund are planning to throw a further spanner in the works of Manchester United's chase for Jadon Sancho by offering him a new big money contract, according to reports.Sancho is United's top transfer target this summer as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to improve his side's attacking options ahead of the new season and it's understood the club were confident of finally signing the England international after failing in two previous attempts.However, MEN Sport

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said earlier this month that spectators might be able to return to stadiums in England from October. Some sports, including football and cricket, have already resumed behind closed doors after the Covid-19 lockdown.And the PM said earlier this month that a number of test events would take place from August 1 but any stadium reopenings would be subject to coronavirus guidelines.